Convert newton/square meter to ksi
Please provide values below to convert newton/square meter [N/m^2] to ksi [ksi], or Convert ksi to newton/square meter.
How to Convert Newton/square Meter to Ksi
1 N/m^2 = 1.45037737796859e-07 ksi
Example: convert 15 N/m^2 to ksi:
15 N/m^2 = 15 × 1.45037737796859e-07 ksi = 2.17556606695288e-06 ksi
Newton/square Meter to Ksi Conversion Table
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Newton/square Meter
The newton per square meter (N/m²) is the SI derived unit of pressure, representing the force of one newton applied over an area of one square meter.
History/Origin
The unit was established as part of the International System of Units (SI) in 1960, replacing earlier units like the pascal, which is now the standard SI unit for pressure.
Current Use
N/m², or pascals (Pa), is widely used in science, engineering, and meteorology to measure pressure, stress, and related quantities.
Ksi
Ksi (kilopound per square inch) is a unit of pressure measurement representing thousands of pounds-force per square inch.
History/Origin
The unit originated from the imperial system, primarily used in the United States for measuring pressure in engineering and industrial contexts, especially in the oil and gas industries.
Current Use
Ksi is still used today in engineering, construction, and manufacturing to specify material strength, pressure ratings, and structural specifications, particularly in the United States.